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DESTINATION: CENTRO HISTORICO Cartagena, Colombia -  Cartagena's old town is a beautiful explosion of colour and culture. It's easy to idle the time away juat wandering the streets, finding something different on every corner. Despite the old town being filled with boutique coffee shops, there's still a lot for the budget conscience traveller. 

HOW TO GET THERE: Cartagena has its own airport or you can catch a bus from other major cities in Colombia. 

WHERE TO STAY: Green House Hostel - Is in the centre of the Old Town and breakfast is free! Unfortunately accommodation in Cartagena doesn't come cheap. A bed in dorm room with a fan costs 11GBP/40,000COP per night. 

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Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena

5 out of 5
Calle Del Torno, 39 - 29 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is ₩652,848 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
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Apr 5 - Apr 6
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena
Bastión Luxury Hotel

Bastión Luxury Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Calle del Sargento No. 6-87 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is ₩594,414 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
₩594,414
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Mar 29 - Mar 30
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
The quality of the room in its materials and furnishings is outstanding. Staff if kind and cordial. Location is great Will come back

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Bastión Luxury Hotel
Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton

Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
Calle del Curato No. 38 - 99 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is ₩369,197 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
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Apr 5 - Apr 6
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (502 reviews)
Excellent hotel in a safe area of Cartagena. Lots of restaurants nearby, grocery store, pharmacy, etc. Safe to walk at night. The staff is kind and friendly.

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
Moet Cartagena Hotel Boutique  - Adults Only

Moet Cartagena Hotel Boutique - Adults Only

4.5 out of 5
don sancho Cartagena Bolívar
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (114 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

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InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG

InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG

4 out of 5
Bocagrande Carrera 1 No. 5-01 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is ₩292,656 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
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Apr 6 - Apr 7
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,550 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG
Hyatt Regency Cartagena

Hyatt Regency Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Carrera 1 No 12-118 Cartagena CO
The price is ₩299,785 per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
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Apr 14 - Apr 15
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
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Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

Hyatt Regency Cartagena
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Church of St Peter Claver in Cartagena, Colombia

Cartagena Walled City

4.5/5(1,198 area reviews)

Cartagena Walled City is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Clock Tower and Bolivar Square while in the area.

Cartagena Walled City
Old Town

Cartagena Centro

Unique features of Cartagena Centro include the museums and historic sites. Make a stop by Plaza Santo Domingo or Bolivar Square while you're exploring the area.

Cartagena Centro
Photograph Archive of Cartagena, Colombia.

La Matuna

La Matuna is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by India Catalina Monument, a top place to visit in the area.

La Matuna
Cartagena skyline dominating caribbean coastline in colombia

El Cabrero

If you're spending some time in El Cabrero, Del Cabrero Chapel and Casa de Rafael Núñez are top sights worth seeing.

El Cabrero
Colombia , Cartagena de Indias is a Unesco Heritage World - Drone aerial view of Downtown of historic colonial Spanish city with colored houses and church in Getsemani district

Getsemani

Travelers come to Getsemani for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Plaza de la Trinidad and Los Pegasos Dock while you're in town.

Getsemani
Panoramic view of the San Felipe de Barajas Castle, Cartagena Colombia

Pie del Cerro

While Pie del Cerro isn't home to many top sights, Clock Tower and Walls of Cartagena are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pie del Cerro


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